How to do it
- Sit or stand tall.
- Place a hand behind your head and gently guide your chin toward your chest.
- Hold for 25 seconds, breathing slowly.
At a glance
| Hold | 25 seconds |
|---|---|
| Position | Standing |
| Body area | Neck and shoulders |
| Equipment | None |
| What it does | Stretches the back of the neck. |
In these routines
-
Free

Desk Break
4 min · 6 stretches
-
Premium

Neck & Shoulders
5 min · 8 stretches
-
Premium

Posture Reset
5 min · 7 stretches
Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.
Related stretches

Neck Rolls
Loosens a stiff neck and upper spine.

Shoulder Rolls
Releases tension held in the shoulders.

Big Arm Circles
Warms up the shoulders and upper back.

Arm Swings
Opens the chest and wakes up the arms and shoulders.

Ear to Shoulder
Stretches the side of the neck.

Overhead Side Reach
Lengthens the side of the upper back and shoulders.
